Ariana Grande Biography (2025): Age, Height, Career, Net Worth, Boyfriend & Facts

Introduction

Ariana Grande is a Grammy-winning American singer, actress and business mogul who shot to stardom with her powerhouse vocals and theatrical flair. From Nickelodeon kid star to global pop icon, her journey blends chart-topping hits, acting roles and entrepreneurial ventures.

Early Life and Background

Full name: Ariana Grande-Butera. ([Biography][1])
Date of birth: June 26, 1993. ([Biography][1])
Current age: 32 (as of 2025). ([Encyclopedia Britannica][2])
Birthplace: Boca Raton, Florida, U.S. ([Biography][1])
Nationality: American. ([Encyclopedia Britannica][2])
Ethnicity: Of Italian descent through both parents. ([IMDb][3])
Religion: Publicly not deeply detailed; grew up in a Catholic-Italian background.
Zodiac sign: Cancer. ([Famous Birthdays][4])
Family & early life: Her mother is Joan Grande and father is Edward Butera (also referred to as Ed Butera) – mother a businesswoman, father a graphic designer. ([IMDb][3]) She has an older half-brother, Frankie Grande. ([Biography][1]) From a young age she performed in children’s theatre and sang with orchestras on cruises in Florida. ([Biography][1])

Education

Ariana attended North Broward Preparatory School in Florida and graduated in 2012. ([Biography][1]) She also performed in musical theatre at youth level, and her early interest in singing and stage performance laid the foundation for her career. ([Kiddle][5])

Physical Appearance

Height: Sources list around 5′2″ (≈ 157 cm). ([Billboard][6])
Weight: Not publicly confirmed in reliable sources.
Eye colour: Dark brown.
Hair colour: Naturally dark brown/black; often styled in her signature high ponytail.
Body measurements, bra size, shoe size: Detailed, verified data isn’t publicly confirmed, so specific numbers would be speculative.
Tattoos / unique features: Ariana is known for her high-ponytail hairstyle and iconic fashion sense (often platform boots, mini-dresses, bold accessories). Her fitness routine includes vocal training, dance rehearsals, and general pop performance conditioning.
Style preference: She often blends glamorous evening wear with street-style elements; on stage she favours statement pieces, and off stage she leans into modern chic.

Career Journey

Early career & breakthrough: Ariana’s professional career began with the Broadway musical 13 in 2008, followed by gaining fame on Nickelodeon TV as Cat Valentine on Victorious (2010) and its spinoff Sam & Cat. ([Biography][1])
Music career launch: In 2011 she signed to Republic Records, and in 2013 released her debut studio album Yours Truly, which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200. ([Biography][1])
Major albums & hits: She went on to release My Everything (2014), Dangerous Woman (2016), Sweetener (2018) – which won a Grammy – Thank U, Next (2019), Positions (2020) and Eternal Sunshine (2024). ([Wikipedia][7]) Her hits include “Thank U, Next”, “7 Rings”, “Positions”, “The Way” and many others. ([Biography][1])
Acting & other ventures: She returned to acting with film roles (e.g., Don’t Look Up in 2021) and starred as Glinda in the 2024 film adaptation of Wicked, earning her major acting nominations. ([Biography][1]) She also launched her beauty brand R.E.M. Beauty and fragrance lines. ([Kiddle][5])
Recognition: Ariana is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with over 90 million records sold. ([Wikipedia][7]) She holds many Guinness World Records and has won multiple major awards. ([Wikipedia][8])
Current/upcoming projects: Her role in Wicked: For Good (sequel) is scheduled for November 2025. ([Biography][1])

Personal Life

Relationship status: Ariana was married to real-estate agent Dalton Gomez from May 2021 until their divorce finalized in March 2024. ([Biography][1]) As of 2025, she is reportedly dating musical theatre actor Ethan Slater (they met on the set of Wicked). ([Biography][1])
Lifestyle, hobbies, social work: She is known for her advocacy in mental health, animal rights, LGBT rights and racial equality. ([Kiddle][5]) After the 2017 Manchester bombing at her concert, she organised a benefit concert One Love Manchester to support victims. ([Encyclopedia Britannica][2])
Controversies/viral incidents: While Ariana generally maintains a positive public image, her past relationships and the tragic loss of her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller drew media attention (though more personal than scandalous).

Net Worth and Income

Estimated net worth is around US $230 million, translating to approximately ₹1900-2000 crore INR (depending on exchange rate). ([Biography][1]) Her income streams include music sales and touring, acting roles, endorsement deals, her beauty and fragrance business (R.E.M. Beauty, fragrance line). She is also often in the highest-paid female musicians lists. ([Wikipedia][9]) Public specifics on luxury assets (homes, cars) are reported in media but not always reliably verified.

Social Media Presence

Instagram: @arianagrande — tens of millions of followers (among the most-followed individuals globally).
Twitter/X: @ArianaGrande — likewise high following and active for major announcements.
YouTube: Her official YouTube channel posts music videos, behind-the-scenes, and other content.
She shares a mix of professional content (music releases, acting announcements), personal moments (with friends/family), advocacy posts (for causes) and glimpses of her style/life.

Lesser Known Facts

At age 8, she sang the U.S. national anthem at a Florida Panthers hockey game. ([Kiddle][5])
Her debut album Yours Truly was influenced by classic R&B divas like Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston. ([Biography][1])
She dyed her red-hair when playing Cat Valentine on Victorious which damaged her natural hair; she later returned to her usual look. ([Biography][1])
She has broken over 40 Guinness World Records by 2024. ([Wikipedia][8])
Her fragrance line has exceeded $1 billion in retail sales globally. ([Kiddle][5])
Though often seen in pop roles, she has long talked about theatre being her first love and returned to musical films with Wicked. ([Biography][1])
Her iconic high ponytail was inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s polished up-dos; she wears it as a signature look onstage.

Conclusion

Ariana Grande’s evolution from teenage theatre performer and Nickelodeon actress to one of the most influential pop stars of her generation is nothing short of remarkable. With her vocal range, chart-dominating albums, forays into film and business ventures, and steadfast advocacy of causes she cares about, she continues to inspire fans worldwide. Her ability to reinvent herself, embrace new creative chapters and maintain authenticity ensures she remains a defining voice in modern entertainment.

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